Hosts Alex Kirshner, Ben Lindbergh, and Lindsay Gibbs discuss ESPN’s new $30-a-month streaming service, and the media giant’s attempt to maintain a streaming service without cutting off its cable cash cow. The panel then welcomes the New Yorker staff writer Louisa Thomas to review the U.S. Open’s revamped mixed doubles event. They also weigh in on Anthony Richardson and the Colts’ decision to bench their young quarterback ahead of the regular season.
\nOn the bonus episode available exclusively for Slate Plus members, the hosts look at the Minnesota Lynx and Napheesa Colliers' return to WNBA dominance.
\nESPN Plus (4:19): The broadcaster’s bet on streaming.
\nMixed Doubles (22:10): The U.S. Open's newest competition was mostly a success.
\nAnthony Richardson (41:47): Are NFL teams giving young quarterbacks enough of a shot?
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\nPodcast production and editing by Kevin Bendis, with production assistance from Patrick Fort.
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